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Taj Umaid Bawan

Taj Umaid Bawan

Umaid Bhawan Palace is a magnificent piece of Rajasthan’s heritage, and a symbol of new Jodhpur and currently the world’s sixth-largest private residence. The palace has one thing in common with the iconic Taj Mahal at Agra—the palm court marble used in its construction. Umaid Bhawan Palace inspires with exotic views of the historical Blue City, vast sand dunes, and intimidating Mehrangarh Fort. This heritage palace hotel in Jodhpur is conveniently located 20 minutes from the airport, close to the main shopping areas, and the Balsamand and Kalyana lakes. The last of the great palaces of India, the property houses a family museum, as well as the resplendent Umaid Bhawan Palace. Tantalise your taste buds at Risala with authentic Rajasthani and Indian cuisine. Discover an array of European and Mediterranean delicacies at Pillars, set in a lovely colonnaded veranda. Unwind at the Trophy Bar with its unique hunting-themed décor and vast selection of alcoholic beverages and cigars. Pamper yourself with rejuvenating signature treatments and therapies at the J Wellness Circle, or soothe your mind and body with yoga and meditation. Take a heritage walk and relive a fascinating bygone era brought to life through majestic monuments. Soak in the original architecture of a fascinating bygone era and discover the rich history of a palace that has enjoyed actual royal company—Maharani Badan Kanwar of Jodhpur having lived here. Stroll through the lush, landscaped Baradari Lawns, perfect for those who have always envisioned a fairy tale wedding. Come, experience luxury like the royals did.

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Palace Room

The Palace Rooms are exquisitely embellished with Art Deco interiors and equippe ... d with modern amenities. A charming blend of original décor from princely times and the latest conveniences, they are truly unique.

Historical 1 Bedroom Suite

The uniquely themed Historical Suites, bedecked in maroon and green, were once t ... he residences of visiting royalty. Each comes with a private sit out that offers stunning views of the lush lawns or courtyard.

Royal 1 Bedroom Suite

Decorated in the luxurious Art Deco style with mirror-finished terrazzo, each of ... the Royal Suites offers an expansive bedroom and sitting area. They overlook the sweeping Baradari Lawns and magnificent Mehrangarh Fort.

Grand Royal 1 Bedroom Suite

Originally reserved for visiting royalty, the Grand Royal Suites are designed in ... the influential Art Deco style. Each suite is unique, with an exclusive colour scheme or princely passion theme.

Maharaja Suite

Maharaja Suite faces the courtyard and has an extensive balcony. It once used to ... be the personal chamber of the erstwhile Maharaja of Jodhpur and still provides a glimpse of the bygone era. Besides an impressive bedroom, it has a grand sitting area, dining area and a concealed bar. It also includes an in-room spa and a steam room. The suite’s area is 344 sq. Mt.

Maharani Suites

The most striking of the suites in the Palace, Maharani Suite, once used to be t ... he personal chamber of the erstwhile Maharani of Jodhpur and reflects her personal style in its décor with the pink, black and chrome shades. This is the largest suite of the Palace and affords a view of imposing structure of the Mehrangarh fort and palace gardens from its stretched balcony. It comprises of an imposing bedroom and a living room, a magnificent dining room and a spacious bathroom with jacuzzi. It also includes an all-embracing walk-in wardrobe area, changing room, in-room spa, a steam room and a private kitchenette. The suite’s area is 372 sq. Mt.

Luxury Rooms

With classic art-deco interiors that exemplify timelessness, the elegantly desig ... ned Luxury Rooms are adorned with elements of heritage aesthetics. Contemporary comforts amidst an old-world charm make these the perfect palatial retreat.

Risala

Adorned with royal and martial portraits, the interiors of Risala at Umaid Bhawa ... n Palace are ambient and characterful. Enjoy recipes straight from the royal kitchens over spectacular views of the garden, city and Mehrangarh Fort. This fine-dining restaurant offers the best Continental and Indian Fusion cuisine in Jodhpur.

Pillars

Set in a lovely colonnaded veranda, Pillars at the palace overlooks the spectacu ... lar city of Jodhpur, Baradari Lawns and Mehrangarh Fort. The open-air dinner offers pre-plated meals, snacks, Rajasthani delicacies, full meals and teatime delicacies. Perfect for an early breakfast or a late sunset meal.

Trophy Bar

Experience soothing music and a unique sports-themed environment at Trophy Bar. ... Immerse yourself in artefacts and wildlife trophies collected by Maharajas, and examine an original six-foot elephant tusk. In this regal ambience, relish an extensive selection of finger foods, alcohol and Cuban cigars.

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Chandana

Traditionally used in the tropics, pure Sandalwood paste and Aloe Vera are known for their cooling a ... nd nourishing effects on the skin. Once the paste is applied, your body is wrapped in soft organic linen for a richly nurturing experience. This soothing after- sun treatment will leave your skin healthy and refreshed.

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Ventoz

Old is truly gold and it is proven so in this ancient Indian treatment that uses heat in a glass to ... create vacuum. This age old therapy is widely known as an immediate relief for knots and sore muscles. It is concluded with a relaxing deep massage with a signature spa oil which is readily absorbed by the skin leaving it smooth and recharged.

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Vishuddi

Historically, chanting of Vedic verses have been known to have a calming and purifying effect on the ... mind, body and soul. This experience combines the power of chanting and Garshana, an exfoliation process using silk gloves for better blood circulation. This is followed by a full body lymphatic drainage massage and finally a traditional Indian herb wrap. Needless to say, Vishuddi will leave you feeling recharged and revived.

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Nawab-e-Khas

The much celebrated Nizams of Hyderabad have been long known for their culture aesthetics and elegan ... ce. Inspired from their rich heritage, we bring you Nawab-e-Khas, a signature treatment as luxurious as the lives of the Nawabs. You are welcomed with a soothing foot massage followed by a body scrub made of ingredients like almonds, rose petals, vetiver, saffron and rich herbs. The therapist exfoliates your body with slow leisurely strokes, cleansing and relaxing you at the same time. This is also accompanied with a light facial scrub made from the choicest herbs that makes your skin feeling nourished and rejuvenated. Finally, a relaxing massage using one of a kind hand-blended oil which helps you discover an idyllic state of tranquillity. As you relish this blissful experience, sip on a refreshing sherbet, a Nawabi drink made with the distilled fragrance of flowers, fruits and herbs.

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Pada Mardana

A sublime massage treatment performed on the soles of your feet to create a profoundly relaxing expe ... rience. This treatment benefits the entire body by stimulating the reflex zones of the feet. A royal extravagance for weary feet.

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Champi

Since centuries, this popular Indian head massage is a lavish treatment that promotes hair growth an ... d restores the hair’s natural glossiness. For the massage, we use our signature blend of time honoured ingredients such as Amla, Brahmi, Jatamansi, Curry leaves and Neem, which are known for their enriching attributes. The treatment helps in discharging muscular tension from the head, neck and shoulders to help you relax and clear your mind. All while adding a natural sheen to your hair.